Advisor on Deaf Children at Ministry of Education, Bay of Plenty Help shape the future of education in New Zealand Help shape the future of Education We work toshapeaneducationsystem that deliversequitableandexcellent outcomesOur organisation is made up of talented and committed people around Aotearoa, from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. While we work in different groups and on different things, we all strive every day to make the biggest difference we can for our akonga in our education system.Are you a current AODC, a Resource Teacher of the Deaf or an SLT looking for a lifestyle change?Describe We are seeking motivated Lead Advisor's to join our English Medium Workforce Supply team within our new Education Workforce Supply & Leadership Group.We are looking for an Advisor on Deaf Children to be part of a close-knit, whanau-based and community-focused team.Permanent, full-timeRotorua, Bay of PlentyWhanau-focused teamOpportunity for further studyOpportunity to live in one of NZs most beautiful and diverse communitiesIf this is sounding interesting - keep reading!Rotorua is a vibrant and diverse community, famous for tourism, forestry and outdoor adventure sports. If you are considering a lifestyle change, this could be your opportunity. Your work commute could be less than 10 minutes from most areas of Rotorua. We have mountains, ocean, rivers, lakes, and forest all on our doorstep. Opportunities for mountain biking, tramping, skiing, water sports, rock climbing are all close. You can go from surfing in the morning to water skiing in the afternoon. From mountain-biking in the morning to snow skiing in the afternoon. Rotorua is an hour from Tauranga/Mount Maunganui, an hour from Taupo, and an hour from Hamilton.As an Advisor on Deaf Children, you will play a critical role in our region's Learning Support team by:Providing specialist support to babies and children who are deaf or hard of hearing, and their whanau.Providing professional support and guidance to early learning services, schools, teachers and whanau and building their capacity to support the learning of these babies and children.Providing appropriate specialist intervention plans.Working as part of a collaborative team where a child's needs are complex.Liaising and working collaboratively with other services in the community such as Ko Taku Reo, audiology, and the Cochlear Implant TeamSalary range: $69,666 -$118,450 per annum + 3% kiwi saver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.This role is based at our Rotorua Office, however, we could also consider the role being based in our Taupo Office as it covers Rotorua, Murupara, Taupo and Turangi. Travel will be required.Applicants who live in the surrounding South Waikato or wider Bay of Plenty areas and are willing to commute may also be interested in this role.We also offer:Flexible working arrangements where everyone feels valued & supported.The ability to purchase extra days leave.A range of employee network groups.An inclusive environment that encourages your personal cultural competency journey.The opportunity to apply for scholarships that would allow you to study on full pay, and with study leave, to gain a master's level qualification.Development and learning, including mentorship programmes and internal secondments.Wellness initiatives to support your overall health and wellbeing. About you Mohou ake The ability to understand and apply the principles of Te Tirirti o Waitangi and tangata whenuatanga, including promoting tikanga and te reo Maori is essential.To be successful in this role, you will need to have the following capabilities and competencies:a Master of Specialist Teaching (Adviser on Deaf Children, or Deaf and Hard of Hearing) or a Postgraduate Diploma in Specialist Teaching (Deaf and Hard of Hearing), or equivalentOR: Teacher of the deaf qualifications (postgraduate diploma or equivalent)OR: Speech language therapy qualifications (master's or bachelor's degree in Speech Language Therapy, or equivalent)AND: be willing to undertake the master's programme of study for Adviser on Deaf Children/Deaf and Hard of HearingThe following would support your application:knowledge and experience in the development, education and audiological management of tamariki who are deaf or hard of hearingexperience and knowledge of New Zealand Sign Language and a commitment to ongoing learning of New Zealand Sign Languageexperience in and willingness to work collaboratively and support other education professionals and agenciesexcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with children, young people and their whanau, and professionals, across a range of settingsA full current driver licence is essential as travel across the region is a requirement of this role.Te Mahau Te Tai Whenua (Central) is a frontline group that collectively provides leadership and integrated services to the sector and others.Learning Support is a critical part of the Te Mahau Te Tai Whenua (Central) Group in the Ministry. We are charged with leading the education sector in ensuring that children and young people with additional learning needs are supported to achieve their full potential through education.Our Learning Support specialists work closely with families, whanau, caregivers, schools and early childhood educators in English and Maori medium settings and other agencies to help maximise learning outcomes and promote social inclusion. (Please see the following link: Recruitment within Learning Support - Careers in Education )If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the 'apply' button (please do not email your application). In your cover letter we'd like to know about you, your values, or anything else you'd like to share. We're keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.For further information, please contact Pennie Muldoon at and/or email We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.